NURS 818 - Advanced Pharmacology

Institution:

Pittsburg State University

Subject:

Description:

3 hours. Clinical application of specific categories of drugs, commonly encountered in primary care settings. Use of protocols, prescription writing, ethical/legal, and economic issues surrounding advanced nurses' role in prescribing and monitoring pharmacologic therapies in ambulatory settings. Age appropriate content related to pharmacokinetics, dosages, expected outcomes, and side effects. First versus second line drugs, alternate drugs, interactions, dosages, patient education, and compliance issues addressed. Nurse's role and responsibilities are explored. Application through case studies.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.pittstate.edu

Phone Number:

(620) 231-7000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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